BioResources and Technology Division - BRT

🌍 Shaping the future of bioeconomy in Central & Eastern Europe

Recently, BRT Director Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hynek Roubík and postdoctoral researcher Dr. Adam Hruška joined the final conference of the CEE2ACT Project in Budapest. The event brought together policymakers, researchers, and industry actors to reflect on progress and explore the next steps for circular bioeconomy strategies across the region.

🤝 The conference included presentations on national bioeconomy roadmaps and engaging in dynamic discussions with partners and stakeholders - highlighting the power of knowledge exchange in driving sustainable innovation.

🌱 While the event marked the closing of CEE2ACT, it also opened the door to new partnerships and ideas that will continue shaping the bioeconomy landscape in Europe.

🔗 Read Adam’s reflections: https://biogas.czu.cz/en/r-19017-team-news/brt-at-the-cee-2-act-final-conference-reflections-on-the-fut.html

🌍 BRT Around the World | BIO-CAPITAL

🌱 The BIO-CAPITAL project brings together partners across Europe to address a key global challenge: how to effectively finance biodiversity protection and restoration. By combining biodiversity research, sustainable finance, and geospatial technologies, the project explores ways to mobilise private investment for environmental sustainability.

👥 Through an interdisciplinary approach, BIO-CAPITAL works with stakeholders across sectors to develop and test solutions in real-world contexts, strengthening understanding of how financial systems can support biodiversity protection, restoration, and sustainable resource use.

🔬 Within the project, the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, serves as the project coordinator, led by BRT Director Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hynek Roubík. In this role, BRT oversees overall implementation and strategic direction, supporting coordination across partners and contributing to the integration of research, policy, and financial approaches.

🤝 In 2025, the BIO-CAPITAL consortium met in Prague, hosted by the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, bringing partners together to align on progress and next steps. The meeting highlighted the collaborative effort behind translating research into practical and scalable solutions.

⚙ This work contributes to bridging the gap between biodiversity science and finance, supporting more effective and accessible pathways for investment in nature.

🔗 Learn more: https://biogas.czu.cz/en/r-19036-projekty-brt-bezici/bio-capital.html

📢 Meet our intern - Ksh*tij Agrawal! 🌟

Joining us from India, Ksh*tij holds an MA in International Relations from the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) and a BA in Mass Media from the University of Mumbai.

💡 Ksh*tij brings his experience in creative communication, and policy analysis to his work. Previously, he has explored topics such as digital disinformation in India and the global implications of the EU Green Deal, alongside broader interests in how digital systems shape society. He is particularly interested in how clear communication can support policy development and implementation in sustainability and technology-driven contexts.

🌍 At BRT, Ksh*tij supports the Communication and Project Management teams. He is excited to collaborate, learn, and contribute to interdisciplinary research with a global perspective!

🔗 Read more here: https://biogas.czu.cz/en/r-19017-team-news/meet-our-new-intern-ksh*tij-agrawal.html